We present an easy take on a drink from our latest drinks list. Designed as a party-sized premix which is loaded full of flavours of a festive period, rendering it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
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Yields 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Syrup: Place all the ingredients in a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring to dissolve. After that, take off the heat and leave to cool down entirely. Pour to a sterilised bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Mix all the liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base to a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
